Spring 2026

NAAB Accreditation Standards Revision

In October 2025, NAAB announced the launch of the development process for the next set of accreditation standards and outlined a multi-year, stakeholder-informed approach to reviewing and revising the current Conditions. As we shared, this work will be grounded in broad and inclusive stakeholder input, including extensive, ongoing feedback NAAB has received since the publication of the 2020 Conditions & Procedures. 

Standards Revision Committee

In February, NAAB announced the appointment of the Standards Revision Committee (SRC) members. This committee will guide the development of the next iteration of the accreditation standards as part of NAAB’s regular eight-year review cycle.

The standards revision process is planned to occur throughout 2026 and 2027, with new accreditation standards projected to be published on January 1, 2028, and go into effect on January 1, 2029.

To keep our stakeholders informed about the standards revision process, NAAB has created a "microsite" on the NAAB website that will house updates and resources.

Call for Public Director Nominations

NAAB is seeking nominations for a Public Director to serve a three-year term, 2027-2029. Nominees should be individuals with a higher education background who are not engaged in the practice or professional study of architecture.

NAAB Accreditation Workshops & Trainings

NAAB is excited to announce a new, monthly training series beginning in April! Three new live, virtual sessions, designed for programs at different stages of the accreditation process, will be offered each month on an ongoing basis. Sessions will run from 60-90 minutes, with time for discussion and Q&A.

Learn more and access these and other training on the Workshops and Program Trainings Page of the NAAB website.

Upcoming Trainings

Join us April 7 at 4pm ET!

2020 Conditions and 
Procedures Training

Beginning April 7, 2026, this training will take place the 1st Tuesday of every month at 4pm-5:30pm ET. This training is designed primarily for programs new to the 2020 Conditions, but is open to all programs.

Join us April 20 at 12pm ET!

Hosting a Successful 
On-Campus Site Visit

Beginning April 20, 2026, this training will take place the 3rd Monday of every month at 12-1:30pm ET. This training is designed for programs preparing for accreditation site visits in late 2026 and beyond.

Join us April 22 at 12pm ET!

Writing an Effective Architecture Program Report (APR)

Beginning April 22, 2026, this training will take place the 4th Wednesday of every month at 12-1:30pm ET. This training is designed for programs in any stage of the APR writing process – from start to submission.

And more!

Check back soon for updates on the following workshops and trainings:

• Introduction to the Accreditation Management System (AMS)
• Completing your Program’s Annual Report
• Writing your Plan to Correct

Get Involved with NAAB

Join your colleagues in this

exclusive NAAB resource!

Join Your Peers in NAAB’s 
Online Communities!

NAAB’s Online Communities provide NAAB's stakeholders with opportunities to share resources and tools, brainstorm a problem, ask for advice, and discuss issues among peers.

Sign up to take part in Fall 2026 Site Visits

Become a NAAB Site Visitor

NAAB site visitors are a vital part of the accreditation process, serving as the eyes and ears of NAAB’s Board of Directors and contributing their time, expertise, and passion to architectural education.

2nd Tuesday of each month, 12−1pm ET; 4th Thursday of each month, 4−5pm ET

Mark Your Calendars: 
Accreditation Office Hours

Join us for accreditation "Office Hours", offered twice monthly! Office Hours are an open forum to discuss challenges, ask questions, and share experiences about accreditation with the NAAB accreditation staff and your colleagues.